Area News

By Marlana Smith The South Shelby Lady Birds softball team will take the field this fall under the direction of new head coach Kristina Parman, who brings a strong coaching background and a clear vision for success. A former assistant and head coach at Riverside High School in Wathena, Kansas, Parman spent four years leading…

BETHEL, MO– Historic Bethel German Colony will host the 2025 Wildlife & Outdoor Expo on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The free, family-oriented event promises educational seminars, exciting contests, and hands-on activities for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. “Hunting and other outdoor activities are very popular in this part of…

Bethel, MO – Addiction affects families, neighborhoods, and congregations in every part of our state. On Friday, September 5, 2025, Heartland Recovery is hosting Addiction and the Church, a free one-day seminar designed to equip pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone who wants to better understand addiction and be part of the healing process in their…

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is inviting sites all over the world – from buildings, bridges, and stadiums to city halls and homes – to sign up for its global “Light the World In Teal” Alzheimer’s Awareness initiative. Sites across the globe will be lighting up in teal—AFA’s Alzheimer’s awareness color—on November 3 as…

The 2025 Women in Agriculture Workshop will be held Tuesday, September 9, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Ewing, MO. A full day of presentations and activities is planned, highlighting women’s roles in agriculture, farm life, wellness, and creative rural traditions. Speakers and topics include Ashley McCarty with “Standing Together for…

Traffic Fines Kurt Andrew Bentley, Valparaiso, Ind., exceeded posted speed limit by 20-25 mph, fine $155.50 and court costs. Jennifer S Brown, Excello, drive/front seat passenger failed to wear properly adjusted/fastened safety belt, fine $10. Jared Emilio Coblentz, Mission Viejo, Calif., exceeded posted speed limit by 26 mph or more, fine $215.50 and court costs.…

(JEFFERSON CITY, MO.) – The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced the availability of Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant funds. A competitive grant program, the Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant will fund projects that demonstrate an economic benefit and potential for sustainable revenue generation and job creation. Examples of projects include developing small agribusinesses, implementing production infrastructure,…